Hello lovely readers,
There’s something incredibly nostalgic—and deeply personal—about asking for advice in a handwritten note. Something that whispers, “I trust you with my truth.”
And oh, have I waited a long time to answer that call.
Today, I’m thrilled to introduce a brand-new series here on the blog:
💌 Dear Maisie — your inky confessional and cheeky compass for all of life’s messy moments, stamped with style.
🎙️ From Dream to Delivery
I’ve always dreamed of writing an advice column. You know, something in the spirit of Dear Abby, Ann Landers, or Miss Manners—but with a little more Erma Bombeck sass and a dash of Paul Harvey wisdom.
For years, I thought I’d call it “Eclectic Wisdom.” Sounds fancy, right? But here’s the thing: it doesn’t quite fit anymore. It feels too buttoned-up, too beige. And if you know me, you know I prefer things with a little more sparkle, spunk, and stamp glue.
So instead, I’m calling it Dear Maisie. She’s got big hair energy, a big heart, and a blunt pen. She might wear red lipstick to the post office. And she will absolutely tell you the truth, with love.
💁♀️ What is Dear Maisie?
Dear Maisie is a written advice column for those of us who still believe in snail mail magic—but also occasionally text our ex at midnight. It’s where:
- Pen pals come with romantic problems
- Postcard writers confess their quirks
- Stationery hoarders ask the hard questions
- And the messiness of life gets wrapped in wit, sealed with empathy
Whether you’ve got a letter-writing dilemma, relationship drama, or an existential crisis about your pen preference, I want you to know this: Maisie is your girl.
✨ Why Write to Maisie?
Because sometimes, you need advice that’s heartfelt and hilarious.
I’m not here to sugarcoat your situation—I’m here to hand you a monogrammed napkin for your tears, a truth bomb with a wax seal, and a push in the right direction (with class, of course).
You can expect:
- Real advice with a vintage voice
- Creative ideas for what to say on postcards, letters, and love notes
- Pep talks and poetic put-downs when necessary
- Total discretion and zero judgment
Whether you’re writing to thank your ex’s mother or plotting a postal kiss-off, Maisie’s got your back.
✍️ How to Submit Your Letter
Have a correspondence conundrum or a juicy jam?
No dilemma is too big, too weird, or too ink-stained.
💌 What’s Coming Next?
Volume One is already sealed and stamped—and trust me, it’s got drama.
Think: postcard writer’s block, pen pal ghosting, and accidentally mailing a love note to the wrong person. 😳
Future topics will cover:
- What to write when you don’t know what to say
- How to handle friendship fallouts by mail
- Juicy letters, sweet apologies, and maybe even handwritten hexes (kidding… sort of)
🖋️ Final Words from Maisie Herself
“Your secrets are safe with me, darling. But your dignity? I’m here to help you keep that too. I won’t coddle you, but I will cheer for you—and I promise to make it fun.”
So pour yourself some tea (or whiskey), grab your favorite pen, and let’s write through the wild parts together.
Because when life gets messy, we write.
Love always,
JarieLyn (and Maisie)
Your postal partners in crime